Verdict
The RM5,912 gap is small, but these are radically different tools. At RM125,800, the BYD Atto 3 brings a 201 hp electric motor, 60.48 kWh battery, 420 km range and 110 kW DC charging in a 4,455 mm five-seat SUV. The RM119,888 JAC T9 instead is a 5,330 mm diesel pickup with 168 hp, 410 Nm, all-wheel drive and a ZF eight-speed automatic. Pick the Atto 3 for everyday EV use and a far easier footprint in Malaysian car parks; choose the T9 only if its pickup form and larger dimensions suit the job.
Pick the BYD Atto 3 if you want 420 km electric range, 110 kW DC charging and a much shorter 4,455 mm SUV for daily use.
Pick the JAC T9 if you need a 5,330 mm pickup with all-wheel drive, 410 Nm and a full-size spare tyre.
Key differences
- Price: BYD Atto 3 RM125,800; JAC T9 RM119,888.
- Powertrain: BYD Atto 3 201 hp/310 Nm single electric motor; JAC T9 168 hp/410 Nm 2.0-litre turbodiesel.
- Drive: BYD Atto 3 front-wheel drive; JAC T9 all-wheel drive.
- Length: BYD Atto 3 4,455 mm; JAC T9 5,330 mm.
- Wheelbase: BYD Atto 3 2,720 mm; JAC T9 3,110 mm.
- Warranty: BYD Atto 3 six years/150,000 km; JAC T9 five years/unlimited mileage.
Atto 3
- 420 km range from a 60.48 kWh battery
- 110 kW DC charging and 3.3 kW V2L
- Panoramic roof, ventilated front seats and stop-go adaptive cruise control
- Front-wheel drive versus the T9's all-wheel drive
- 875 mm shorter than the T9
- Tyre repair kit instead of a full-size spare
T9
- All-wheel drive with 410 Nm
- Full-size spare tyre
- Five-year unlimited-mileage vehicle warranty
- 168 hp versus the Atto 3's 201 hp
- No panoramic roof or ventilated front seats
- No 420 km electric range, DC charging or V2L
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM125,800 | RM119,888✓ |
| Body type | SUV | Pickup |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve, DOHC commonrail two-stage turbodiesel |
| Horsepower | — | 168 hp |
| Torque | — | 410 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Diesel |
| Number of Motors | 1 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 201 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 60.48 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 420 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 7 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 110 kW | — |
| V2L | 3.3 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-speed Automatic |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 seconds | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,455 mm | 5,330 mm |
| Width | 1,875 mm | 1,965 mm |
| Height | 1,615 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,720 mm | 3,110 mm |
| Weight | 1,750 kg | 2,055 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 434 litres | — |
| Front Tyre | 235/50R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/50R18 | 265/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit | Full-size Spare |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 6 Q | Toyo Open Country H/T Z |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side Curtain and Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available for Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on outer two rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Auto High Beam | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power-adjustable Front Seats, Ventilated | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | One-piece Folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | AC Vents |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 3 USB, 1 220-volt Socket |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Panoramic Glass Roof Shade | — |
| Audio | 15.6" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay & Android Auto with 6 Speakers | 10.4" Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Six-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | — |
| Parking Sensor Front | 2 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | Unlimited✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000-km Battery Warranty, 8-year/150,000-km Electric Drive Unit Warranty | 8-Year Unlimited Mileage Warranty for Engine (1st Owner Only) |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM160 | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Used Atto 3 & T9 for sale
Atto 3 vs T9 FAQ
Is the BYD Atto 3 or JAC T9 better?
The Atto 3 is the better daily Malaysian car if you can charge: it has 420 km range, 110 kW DC charging and is 875 mm shorter. The T9 is the choice for buyers who specifically need a diesel pickup, all-wheel drive and 410 Nm.
What is the price difference?
The BYD Atto 3 costs RM5,912 more than the JAC T9. The extra money gets you a 201 hp electric motor, 60.48 kWh battery, 420 km range, 110 kW DC charging and V2L.
Which one has the longer warranty?
The Atto 3 has the longer vehicle warranty by time at six years, capped at 150,000 km. The T9 has five years of vehicle cover but with unlimited mileage, plus an eight-year unlimited-mileage engine warranty for the first owner.